In South America agriculture is a way of life and a good tool is a necessity. One tool that has been the number one choice for years among adventurers and harvesters is the South American Bolo. This amazing 19 1/2" tool has been forged from premium "ice hardened" steel with a rockwell hardness of 52-56 which means that these blades won't break. 14" Blade. The full tang handle has been securely fitted with tough, yet smooth, Hardwood grips. This tough tool has "BRAZIL" and the Tramontina name emblazoned on the side. Comes with its own sheath and it will give you years of use when other Machete's have just given up.